Knowing that no one is attracted to me, no one has a crush on me or wants me and hasn't for a long time makes getting older settle in.

Knowing I'll be alone for the duration of my life...

Knowing I won't have to expose myself to anyone's ego or delusions...

I won't be put on any pedestals or expected to perform to someone else's expectations...

It's actually quite peaceful.

I don't feel insulted, as I'm well aware how shallow most people are, I know why I'm not chosen.

Maybe I was a diamond in the rough at one point, but nobody saw me, not really, so now I sparkle and shine for me.